Brent M. Brumley Law Blog

Driving under intoxication is illegal in Mississippi. One of the tests that police officers use in testing for intoxication is measuring the THC levels. THC is the psychoactive component of marijuana. Although THC affects the part of the brain that controls movement,...

Identity theft costs consumers billions of dollars every year, and there are large costs associated with identity theft. Thieves target consumers in several ways, and it may result in identify theft charges placed against you. In some cases, you may need to defend...

A DUI arrest could create enormous problems for a Mississippi driver. Even a first-time DUI offense may result in jail time, fines, and a license suspension. Suffering the ill effects of such penalties may become intolerable for drivers who feel they are victims of...

You have the legal right to act as your own attorney. Mississippi courts recognize defendants who represent themselves in criminal law proceedings. However, acting on your own behalf is typically not a good idea. There’s a difference between knowledge and experience...

Mandatory minimum sentencing has come under a great deal of scrutiny in recent years. That's particularly true when it comes to non-violent drug offenses in Mississippi and around the country. With the election of a Democratic president, there was some hope that...

The right to a speedy trial applies to criminal proceedings in Mississippi and across the United States. While residents of the state of Mississippi undoubtedly have heard reference made to the requirement of speedy trial, many people do not know the specifics of this...

In the event that you're stopped by police in Mississippi, you might think that you have to answer every question that you're asked. However, this isn't always true. Here are a few rights you have that might keep you from going to jail after the police stop you....

One of the most common myths about law enforcement is the belief that you have to talk to the police. In some cases, you might have to give the police basic information like your name and address. Other than that, you could refuse to talk to the police until you have...

When you're stopped by police in Mississippi, it's important to understand that you may only be stopped if the officer saw you do something suspicious. You have the right to remain silent and can exercise your right by communicating it to the police. You can also...

Those who are convicted of a first-offense DUI in Mississippi must pay a fine that ranges from $250 to $1,000. Adults who are sentenced to jail time must spend up to 48 hours in jail, depending on the case. Some people also have their licenses suspended for 90 days to...